Overview

Developed to plug a skills gap identified by the Liverpool John Moores University Enterprise Partnership and associated multi-national businesses, the Industrial Biotechnology programme at Liverpool John Moores University balances theoretical learning and practical skills.

At the beginning of your course you will be allocated a personal tutor who will provide you with pastoral and academic support.

During your independent research project, you will be appointed a John Moores University -based Supervisor as well as an industrial supervisor if you are carrying out your project externally.

Career

By increasing your skills and knowledge, this Masters programme prepares you for work in the fast growing biotechnology sector.

You may go on to work and study in fields such as the pharmaceutical and fermentation industries, recombinant DNA and microbial-related research laboratories.

There will also be the option to work in research and development, study for a PhD or even take up a teaching post.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Biotechniques

Cell Technology

Bioprocessing and Fermentation Technology

Biomolecular Research Skills and Data Analysis

Applications of Synthetic Biology

Advanced Topics in Biotechnology

Research Project in Biotechnology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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TOEFL^® IBT

78

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Duolingo English Test

125

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biotechnology View 102 other Masters in Biotechnology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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TOEFL^® IBT

78

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125

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Other requirements

General requirements

a minimum 2:2 honours degree in Biological Sciences

or

alternative qualifications, coupled with a significant period of relevant work experience

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Tuition Fee

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International

18250 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18250 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

10705 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10705 GBP per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Liverpool

556 - 1035 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Liverpool

Funding

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